Rotala blood red

• Rotala blood red is considered relatively easy to grow
• While the plant can grow in low-tech setups (without CO2), it will not reach its full potential in terms of color and density.

Appearance

• Rotala Blood Red is known for its vibrant red coloration. Its leaves are long and narrow, turning from green to a striking blood-red or burgundy hue when optimal conditions are met. It's a popular choice for aquas caping due to its intense color and ability to grow in dense, bushy formations when regularly trimmed.

Growth rate

• Rotala Blood Red has a moderate to fast growth rate.

Lighting

• Rotala Blood Red needs strong lighting to develop its characteristic red color.

Placement

• Rotala Blood Red is best placed in the midground to background of an aquarium. Its vibrant red color contrasts well with green plants, and it can be used to create depth and highlight focal points. Regular pruning is necessary to maintain its shape and prevent it from becoming too dense, especially in the background.

Planting

• Prepare the plant by removing it from its container and gently rinsing off any growing media.
• Use aqua scaping tweezers to plant the stems individually into the substrate, ensuring adequate spacing for light penetration to the lower parts of the stems.

Algae

• Rotala blood red, while not a direct algae killer, can help control algae indirectly by outcompeting it for nutrients in an aquarium.